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Richard/ I have at least six pounds of R-12 . You are welcome to them . R-12 just works better than the newer stuff.

If you decide to take matters into your own hands., snug the adjuster up and then back the adjuster off about 1/2 to at most 3/4 of a turn. Whoever told you to jack the axle up does not live in the real world of 22 inch wheels.🤔🙄 Was done the way I described before auto slacks existed ( yes I am older than dirt ). The Bendix brand can be damaged if you don't release the operation of the accompanying pawl by lifting it up or out with a screwdriver before backing the adjuster off 1/ 2 or so turns . Has always worked for me before and after auto slacks. JACK UP THE AXLE FOR BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 😂 Gotta be kidding!

Automatic slack adjusters have been mandated for many years. If they are not kept properly greased, they will eventually no longer be automatic. They can be manually adjusted, but you have to know what you are doing. One type is easily abused by a well meaning do it yourselfer.

Although I have lived in and around Baltimore since 1970, I don't cruise so I know little about where the ships go. I have seen parking cordoned off in the Dundalk Marine Terminal when an arrival is eminent. Have observed them coming and going various times of the year, because I picked up ocean containers at Dundalk, Seagirt, and even Locust Point terminals. A Friend. no longer on this earth,took a cruise on the east coast from Baltimore to at least Maine and back. Another person that I worked with mentioned Bermuda on his cruise. If parking is available on an area marine terminal, that would probably be ok. The authorities (including customs) keep a close watch on things. I have traveled into NYC many times over the years , and I have seen what often happens to unattended vehicles. Not just autos , but also trucks. Why not motorhomes?

Why would you want to leave anything that you love unattended anywhere in NYC? Baltimore offers cruises to New England and possibly the Maritime provinces. There are places that you could safely leave an RV in our area and drive to the customer parking lot with your toad. I park long term in a gated storage facility that is maybe 50 or so miles from Baltimore area cruise ships. $52 a month for me. Probably would give you a one time rate for a very good number. If you do not tow, there is a big nearby ( less than five miles) nationwide car rental company .

I keep a low end Cobra running with anything but nearby conversation squelched out. That way truckers can give me a heads up if something doesn't look good. Backup? I join the conversation with no squelch.. A Galaxy?😎? 10 meter band easily modified to chat on 19. 200 watts available on some. Richard/ you rascal you!! As a trucker, I used an early Cobra 148 GTL SSB (1979) They were really good then. Local shop, if they knew you, could peak a unit like mine using an oscilloscope to 8 watts dead key . Used a base loaded K40 steel whip with a magnetic mount stuck on the top of my steel cab. Pair that set up with a Road King noise cancelling mike and I got all kinds of compliments. Many said that I sounded like I was talking on a Base Station. Heading west on I-64 out of Richmond, I started a conversation with another trucker headed east. We finally figured out that we were at least 25 miles from each other when we started the talk with no static at all. I loved that radio. Still have it in the basement.

Thank you, Herman.

Perhaps we will here from the OP, but let me guess (only a guess): the restricted stretch is closed to tractor trailers because it is an ideal area for tourists and RVers Follows the Salmon River within view of the highway. Gotta be a stretch where big trucks are not welcome because of the beauty. I have traveled to Missoula from the Idaho Falls area on 28/US93 in an 18 wheeler. Never in an RV. Maybe I can still get out there if Betty finally gets better.

Nice looking ride! You going with a Residential fridge or a Dometic? You will get a lot of advice on the topic. We still have a Dometic. Difficult spot to install a Res in our Phaeton, but not impossible.

I am now interested enough in the area that I took a short look at available rv parks. They would know about the questioned stretch of US93. Looks too good to pass up. If you have the time, find one to try, and ask or explore with your F-150. Please let us know. The Idaho Panhandle is very scenic. By the way/ I-90 across the northern panhandle/ Wallace/ was the last town to be finally routed around the last stop light on the forth longest Interstate in our country. I-90 Happened into national news that night in 1991. CBS I think. Being a trucker that had been through Wallace , it hit home with me. Kinda clumsy, but hopefully you all understood it. 😉

I figure that with our tow we are about 56 feet. Dragging an F150 would make you longer. If a route is not marked for commercial vehicles I tend to be cautious. I have been known to contact people in the know such as the Sherriff's office or the nearest State Police office. They are usually very nice and helpful. Probably would be a pretty ride. Running right along the Salmon River. The long way around to Arco ( 28 to 22 ) adds maybe 35 or so additional miles.

There is a stretch from Salmon to Ellis (36 miles) that is not marked for commercial (large) vehicles. Are you actually headed to Arco or else where? At forty feet total who knows?

The FC Bluebird that I test drove was a trade in at a new Bluebird Dealer near Havre de Grace Md. It was probably about the age of your first, Erniee. Wish that I had bough it. A very substantial coach. In my travels spanning a bunch of years, I have seen just a few Vogues. Always like their styling, but never in one.

Back around 1988 I test drove maybe a 35 foot? Bluebird. Had a 3208 Cat for power. Ran well. Your Vogue is sharp looking.

Done it for years in 18 wheelers and motorhomes. Have never gotten even a warning from a state cop. In the late 70's the stretch of interstate ( oddly it was I 70 ) from the PA pike to West Virgina was an absolute mess. Left the toll road, got in the left lane and stayed there until WV. Only four wheelers with newly found CB radios complained. I explained why I was staying in the left lane and they understood. Politicians are to blame for the mess regardless of party. Send them a message.

Pagosa Springs is a favorite of ours. Once considered settling there. Knew an employee of Sealand (regional sales) that left after Maersk bought them. Wound up in Pagosa Springs. Big guy. Became a county prison guard. Might still be there. Temps are fine year round.

Where are you headed from Pagosa Springs?

US 84 running with US64 takes you to Chama and they continue together from Chama about 12 miles. Then US 84 heads on to Pagosa Springs while US 64 winds it's way west towards Farmington. Have run from Pagosa Springs to the Sante Fe area on US 84/64 in our 40 foot Phaeton towing a Subaru. No problems at all.

Re: Jake Brake / shouldn't have any problems on 90 to Gillette.

The Rapid City area has a lot to offer as Bill Edwards mentioned. If you have the time going or coming follow Bills reccommendations. At the very least visit Mt. Rushmore.

Always ran in the left lane when I could. Most of the really rough pavement is in the slow lane (right lane). Illinois is just plain broke. Run the two lanes when you can. Read today that they have close to $300 billion in unfunded pension debt.

Have never used Blue Beacon for our Phaeton. I know how powerful their sprayers are. Have had some good washes as a trucker and some not so good from that company. After the wash is complete, you pull out and the crew boss looks things over. Not happy? They usually fix it right there. Can't imagine a good wash without brushes being used. Your Newmar is probably more solidly built than most. I thought that you might have a shot at a good wash, but if you check my previous posts, I have never recommended them for motorhomes .

Richard/ Years ago voltage was referred to as 110, then it became 115, and finally 120. We're compressors built to a different spec then and now? Maybe you have been well within specs all along? Good to hear that things went well with your test.

I am not selling anything. I tow a 2012 Subaru Forester. A flat towed 4wd F150 is something I do not see regularly in various classifieds that I check from time to time. Just offering a suggestion. Excuse me!🙄

Have used both over the years. Perhaps Elk Creek is new and improved? 😎 Patrons are dealing with the Colorado Government. Do not remember 50 amp service, but who knows? Have also used a state camp site in Ridgway Colorado. No 50 amp there that I remember and you pay a charge for towing a vehicle in. We show in the fall so high amps are not needed. The Gunnison KOA is just south of the airport and within the city limits. Not much more than 5 minutes to dinner at the Old Miners Steakhouse or maybe 10 or so to Garlic Mikes as featured on the Travel Channel. McDs is nearby, just across from the Pioneer Museum. We have visited that museum twice and have still not seen it all. Gunnison has pleasant summertime days and cool nights. Gorgeous terrain nearby. Mountains and fishable streams. Pastures with creeks flowing through them, grazing cattle and horses. Always special to us. If you have the time, slow down and enjoy!